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Kellogg, James H., fl. 1862-1864 to Mary

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.090 Author/Creator: Kellogg, James H., fl. 1862-1864 Place Written: Walker County, Georgia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 June 1864 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 32.5 cm Order a Copy

They didn't actually go to Georgia, but they are close enough, on Lookout Mountain. He describes the peaks and vallies along with the incredible views. He mentions Abraham Lincoln and hopes he can end the war soon. Written at camp on Lookout Mountain

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